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Thank you for visiting the virtual FRA event booth for the Transportation Research Board's Annual Meeting in January 2024.  Below, please find a list of research-related documents.

You can also browse the FRA website for a broad range of rail-related information on topics such as research, grade crossing safety, grants and loans, regional rail planning, and training and technical assistance. Other items of interest may be found in our eLibrary.

Research   Research

2024 Current Research Projects
	FRA Research, Development & Technology Strategic Plan 2020-2024Selected Research Publications   Selected Research Publications

Measurement and Characterization of Track Geometry Data: Literature Review and Recommendations for Processing FRA ATIP Program Data
			High-Strength, Reduced-Modulus, High-Performance Concrete for Prestressed Concrete Crosstie Applications
			Onboard Broken Rail Research and Development
			Full Moving Block (FMB) Concept and Requirements Specification for Railroad Operations
			Human-Automation Teaming in Track InspectionEvaluation of Scenario-Based Team Training for Railroad Transportation Employees
			Augmented Reality for Railroad Operations Using Head-Up Displays
			Development of a Bayesian Network-Based Accident Model for Hazardous Material Trains
			Locomotive Crash Energy Management Vehicle-to-Vehicle Tests 1 & 2: Analyses and Test Results
			Improved Collision Protection for Train Passengers Seated in Wheelchairs: Evaluation of Active and Passive StrategiesFlyers/Handouts  Handouts



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	**Safety**
	Blocked Crossings Fast Facts (December 2023)
		FRA’s ATIP – Automated Track Inspection Program
		FRA’s Engineering and Technology Division
		Guidance on Railroad/Employee Consultation Requirements in 49 CFR Parts 270 and 271
		Guidance on Submitting Requests for Waivers, Block Signal Applications, and Other Approval Requests to FRA
		Information Guide on Positive Train Control in 49 CFR Part 236, Subpart I
		Railroad Information Sharing Environment (RISE)
	**Trespassing**
	Consistent Trespasser Intent Determination Criteria Pilot Project
		FRA Grade Crossing Safety and Railroad Trespass Prevention Workshops
		Railroad Trespassing Enforcement Grant Program
		Trespass Prevention Research Study
		Trespasser Detection on Railroad Property Using Unmanned Aerial VehiclesVideos   Videos

Animated Grade Crossing Safety & Trespass Prevention Social Media Campaign
	Emergency Notification System Signs: Information for First Responders
	Emergency Notification System Signs: Information for the Public
	Rail Safety for Emergency Dispatchers
	Rail Safety for Emergency Response Services
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	Rail Safety for Law Enforcement; Incident Investigation
	Train Rescue (KEA)Job Opportunities   Job Opportunities

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